searching for survivors

Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Shawn Beaty looks out of his HH-60 Jayhawk helicopter for survivors in flooded New Orleans. This rescue crew was sent from Clearwater, Fla., to assist in search and rescue efforts.

Published: July 20, 2006 -- 16:01 GMT (09:01 PDT)

Caption by: Bill Detwiler

rescue

The U.S. Coast Guard hoists a pregnant woman from her apartment in New Orleans. Rescue workers also evacuated 10 others from the building.

Published: July 20, 2006 -- 16:01 GMT (09:01 PDT)

Caption by: Bill Detwiler

Red Cross

For Katrina, the American Red Cross launched the largest mobilization of resources in its history for a single natural disaster. More than 200 Red Cross shelters are being set up to to provide hot meals, bottled water and distribute other much-needed relief supplies, as seen in this shot, taken during the aftermath of Hurricane Dennis. The Red Cross is accepting donations on its Web site.

Published: July 20, 2006 -- 16:01 GMT (09:01 PDT)

Caption by: Bill Detwiler

USS Shreveport

A year ago, the amphibious transport dock USS Shreveport was in a war zone. Now it's part of the U.S. Navy effort to provide relief from Katrina. Four ships will deliver six disaster-relief teams with amphibious construction equipment, medical personnel and supplies.

Published: July 20, 2006 -- 16:01 GMT (09:01 PDT)

Caption by: Bill Detwiler

Wires

Downed wires are everywhere. Utility crews have plenty of work to do before the streets are safe from live wires. (Photo submitted by deannaewhite.)

Published: July 20, 2006 -- 16:01 GMT (09:01 PDT)

Caption by: Bill Detwiler

lost car

Cars and other personal property can be found all over the ravaged areas. (Photo submitted by nikecat3.)

Published: July 20, 2006 -- 16:01 GMT (09:01 PDT)

Caption by: Bill Detwiler

Boats

Here, the boats from a marina can't find the dock after the hurricane.